Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum

Name: Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum
Address: 401 W Canal St., Milwaukee, WI, United States, 53203
Telephone: (414) 287-2778
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (485)

$30 and under

American

401 W Canal St., Milwaukee, WI 53203

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Great for outdoor dining
Lively

At the heart of the 20-acre Harley-Davidson Museum campus, MOTOR Bar & Restaurant is a destination for connection, community, and conversation. MOTOR offers bold and spirited food and beverage with a focus on local products, genuine hospitality, and memory-making events that will keep guests coming back all year long.

Our desirable location in Milwaukee on the Menomonee River, combined with the iconic history of Harley-Davidson, fosters a unique and inviting space for people to gather and connect beyond the plate.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(414) 287-2778
Website
http://www.motorrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Great space. Great food. Great people. Plan your next event at MOTOR. Harley folks are famous for knowing how to party. This spirit of celebration and camaraderie will be plain to see when you host your next gathering at MOTOR.
Private party facilities
Every visit to MOTOR Bar & Restaurant® is an event. And it could all be yours. MOTOR serves up Plan your rehearsal dinner or corporate gathering in a location as unique as you are. Expand your party into the great outdoors on MOTOR's riverfront patios, complete with custom fire pits and lounge furniture.

Location
401 W Canal St., Milwaukee, WI 53203
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Cross street
6th Street
Parking details
Free!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Friday Fish Fry - It's a Wisconsin Tradition!
$16.95 per person
Multiple dates available
ALL YOU CAN EAT FRIDAY FISH FRY Beer-battered and golden fried with crispy french fries, fresh jicama slaw, cornbread and tartar sauce for $16.95

What 485 people are saying

Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.0Food
4.1Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Wisconsin
Hot spot
Wisconsin
Great for scenic views
Wisconsin
Lively
Milwaukee
Hot spot
Milwaukee
Great for outdoor dining
Milwaukee
Great for scenic views
Milwaukee
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum offers a "great atmosphere" with a lively, fun vibe ideal for Harley enthusiasts. The restaurant boasts "excellent food" and a "wide selection of drinks and appetizers." While service can be "friendly and prompt," experiences vary. The Friday fish fry is considered among the best in Milwaukee.

485 Reviews

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Luisa
Wisconsin1 review
2.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The food took a long time, we waited more than 40 minutes for the food
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Mark VIP
New York City23 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I believe that Motor has one of the best Friday fish fry in Milwaukee.
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Chip
Wisconsin1 review
1.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Food mediocre. Service terrible. Had reservation, not busy at all. Sat for 10 minutes before we ordered drinks. Sat another 10 minutes waiting for those drinks. Absolutely parched from the ride in and watching bartenders stack cups as more time goes by. I decide to head to the bar and order drinks (maybe I get them quicker). As bartender is making the drinks I just ordered, the waitress must have noticed so here she comes with the ticket for the drinks I ordered previously at the table. I was informed that the 2nd drinks I ordered will be considered the first and added to my bill at the table. I says, "No, I still want those original drinks". As I'm certain at this point, by the time those drinks come, I'll be ready for round 2 anyway. I close out at the bar, tip bartender more than I should have and return to my table. Halfway thru meal, the 2nd round of drinks show up... ah yes, very nice, thank you... We finish our meal, pay the bill and again tip probably more than i should have and decide we would like to sit at the bar and have more drinks. Nature calls, as I head to relieve myself, I ask my date to order drinks at the bar. Upon my return, my date (the angel that she is) informs me that they will not serve us because I had came to the bar previously and ordered drinks instead of waiting at my table watching the bartenders do nothing like a good little boy while dying of thirst. Motor bar and grill is an embarrassment with terrible food and even worse service. This took place on thursday during bike night. I hadn't even made it outside yet and saw a group of fellow bikers on their way in to motor bar and grill to eat. I informed them of my experience. They agreed the motor bar and grill experience has fallen off a cliff and followed us to a fine establishment up the street. On the way out, I informed everybody I knew, this restaurant isn't very frendly or accomodating to bikers. Stay away!
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Barbara VIP
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We enjoyed our meals, and the service. Friendly, prompt and decent value. Like Harley’s a bit loud, but a fun place.
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Paul
Wisconsin72 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice selections of drinks and appetizers. Wide selections of entrees and desserts.
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donna
Wisconsin12 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great and plentiful and the service was very good.
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Caroline VIP
Chicago / Illinois18 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, drinks were good. Got the blt and grilled cheese. Old fashioned. Service was very slowl and the bill was high for what we got. But would visit again possibly to try something else.
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Jessica
Wisconsin8 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Server was attentive, seated immediately, and food was great
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Cynthia
Wisconsin1 review
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food was kinda blah. Was better years ago. Banana dessert was horrible. Banana bread in dessert was dry, flavorless
Motor at the Harley-Davidson MuseumResponded on May 12, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're so sorry to learn of this experience. We'll reach out to you for more information.
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Janet
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Nice place. Sound level was good considering all the huge windows in a large space! Great cheese curds!
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FAQs

Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 287-2778.

Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum is rated 4.2 stars by 485 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum

401 W Canal St., Milwaukee, WI 53203

Additional information

Cross street
6th Street
Neighborhood
Milwaukee
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free!
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.motorrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(414) 287-2778
Catering
Great space. Great food. Great people. Plan your next event at MOTOR. Harley folks are famous for knowing how to party. This spirit of celebration and camaraderie will be plain to see when you host your next gathering at MOTOR.
Private party facilities
Every visit to MOTOR Bar & Restaurant® is an event. And it could all be yours. MOTOR serves up Plan your rehearsal dinner or corporate gathering in a location as unique as you are. Expand your party into the great outdoors on MOTOR's riverfront patios, complete with custom fire pits and lounge furniture.

Featured in

The Best Bars for Foodies in Milwaukee

Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Featured in

The Best Bars for Foodies in Milwaukee

Experiences

Friday Fish Fry - It's a Wisconsin Tradition!

Menu

What 485 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum restaurant rated?

Is Motor at the Harley-Davidson Museum currently accepting reservations?

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